How To Fix AB210 - Using program &1 is not allowed

AB210 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Using program &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Program &V1& is not released and therefore cannot be used.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use program &V2& instead.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB210 - Using program &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AB210 ("Using program &1 is not allowed") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a program that is restricted or not permitted for their user role or authorization level. This can happen for various reasons, including security settings, program attributes, or system configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified program.
  Program Attributes: The program may be marked as "not executable" or restricted in some way within the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: The transaction code associated with the program may be restricted for certain user roles.
  Client-Specific Settings: The program may be restricted in certain clients or environments (e.g., production vs. development).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute the program.
  
  
  
  Review Program Attributes:
  
  Check the